Tesla Recalls Model 3 Due to Child Seat Safety Issue

Are you confident in your child’s safety in your Tesla Model 3?

Is your Tesla Model 3 keeping your little ones safe? Well, if you own one of the Highland grades that were delivered in December 2023, you might want to pay attention. Tesla has issued a recall for over 500 Model 3 vehicles due to a lack of accessible top-tether child seat anchor point in the rear-centre seating position.

The Australian government’s Vehicle Recalls website states that the rear centre seat position of the Model 3 does not meet the requirements of Australia Design Rule (ADR) 34/03. This means that it does not have an accessible top-restraint anchorage point.

Without this anchorage point, it is not possible to securely attach an infant or child car seat restraint to the rear-centre seat. As a result, Tesla is advising affected vehicle owners to refrain from installing a child seat in that position until the issue is fixed.

Tesla has taken responsibility for the issue and will be reaching out to affected vehicle owners to schedule a service appointment. During this appointment, a part replacement will be carried out to provide access to the rear-centre seat top-tether restraint anchorage.

The Vehicle Recalls website emphasizes the importance of not using the rear-centre seat for securing a child car seat, and not attaching an infant or child car seat restraint to the top-tether anchorage until the fix is completed.

If you own one of the affected Model 3 vehicles, you can contact the Tesla Australia customer service centre at 1800 646 952 for further assistance.

• Tesla is recalling over 500 Model 3 vehicles due to a safety issue with the rear-centre seating position
• The affected vehicles are the Highland grades that were delivered in December 2023
• The recall is necessary because the rear-centre seat does not have an accessible top-tether anchorage point as required by Australian regulations
• Tesla urges affected vehicle owners not to install a child seat in the rear centre seat position
• Tesla will contact affected vehicle owners to schedule a service appointment for a part replacement
• Customers can contact Tesla Australia customer service for more information

Safety always comes first, especially when it comes to our little ones. Tesla’s recent recall for the Model 3 reflects the company’s commitment to addressing any potential safety issues. If you own one of the affected vehicles, make sure to reach out to customer service and schedule a service appointment to ensure the safety of your child seats.